VR training could change how future nurses treat dementia patients

NCT ID NCT06629844

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Universitas Airlangga Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a virtual reality (VR) education program for 200 nursing students in Indonesia. The program uses videos, VR experiences, and discussions to help students learn about dementia and improve their attitudes toward people living with it. Researchers measured changes in students' knowledge and attitudes after a single 120-minute session.

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Active substance: Virtual reality dementia education program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that VR is an effective tool for training healthcare students to better understand and care for people with dementia.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. The program is only a single session, so long-term impact is unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

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EDUCATION PROGRAM ON DEMENTIA NURSING STUDENTS

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Locations

Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga

Surabaya, East Java, 60115, Indonesia

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